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SEMINOLE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT 150 ESLINGER WAY SANFORD, FLORIDA 32773 (407)665-5175 http://www.seminolecountyfl.gov/departments-services/public-safety/emsfirerescue/
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Updated: January 30, 2025
Job Classification: Firefighter/EMT & Firefighter/Paramedic
Seminole County Fire Department currently has no open job posting, but is building an ongoing list for Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedic for anticipated future positions. When a job posting opens, if candidate is eligible, he/she will be contacted to complete an application on the Seminole County Human Resources webpage.Applicants must complete the FireTEAM test and pass the NTN CPAT within a year (365 days) prior to the closing date on any job posting.
Salary Information:$52,325 Annually EMT$64,825 Annually ParamedicBenefit Information:Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Florida Retirement, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Eleven Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Optional Deferred Compensation ProgramCandidate Contact:Human Resources Department(407) 665-7944 fdrecruit@seminolecountyfl.govDepartment Overview:Since its creation in 1974, Seminole County Fire Department has grown to over 400 personnel. The Department is divided into three shifts and spread across four geographical response areas, each under the command of a Battalion Chief. Each battalion includes four to six fire stations, totaling 20 fire stations throughout the county.
The Seminole County Fire Department is CPSE and CAAS-accredited. The department was also awarded the ISO Class 1 rating by the Insurance Services Office (ISO) for its protection of the unincorporated areas of Seminole County, along with the cities of Altamonte Springs, Casselberry, and Winter Springs that the County also serves under contracts. The ISO Class 1 rating is the highest rating given to a fire department regarding its ability to effectively respond to and prevent fires and applies to properties within five (5) road miles of a fire station. This means 99% of all the properties within the Seminole County Fire District receive this enhanced rating.
Seminole County hosts several special teams, e.g., Special Hazards and Operations Team, Bike Team, Burn Team, Dive Team, Urban Search and Rescue, etc.Great emphasis is placed on training, evidenced by the opening of the Seminole County Fire/EMS Training Center in 2008, a 44,000-square-foot facility situated on nineteen acres. The Training Center boasts various training props utilized during ongoing classes, including a 5½-story training tower, various hazardous materials training aids and scaled props, multiple full-size confined space tanks and tunnels, a vehicle-machinery rescue yard, a pressurized rail car, a box car, multiple gas-fed fire simulator props, forcible entry training props, a live burn building, an EMS/Sim-Man lab, a functional fitness center, and several multimedia equipped classroom spaces. Training programs include fire, special hazards, and emergency medical services training.City/County/Area Information:Just minutes from Central Florida’s theme parks, Seminole County gives you some of Florida’s best natural attractions. From miles of scenic rivers to acres of beautiful parks and nature preserves, you’ll find Seminole County provides endless recreation in a less crowded, more relaxing environment. You’ll also discover charming historic villages, fabulous shopping and dining, and excellent golf courses. Yet you’ll still be close to the rest of the region’s exciting offerings. And access is a breeze, whether you fly into the hassle-free Orlando Sanford International Airport or arrive by car on Interstate 4. Enjoy easy access to everything you love about Central Florida, from Orlando’s top attractions to dazzling Atlantic beaches.Population:484,271
Age : 18 Years of Age
Citizenship Required : Lawfully work in the U.S.
High School Grad/GED : High School diploma or G.E.D
Valid FLORIDA Driver's License : Must Have a Valid Florida Driver License
Ability to Read/Speak English : Must be able to read and speak the English Language.
Vision : Vision requirements follow the guidelines as outlined in NFPA 1582.
Necessary Certifications : Firefighter Certificate of Compliance (issued by Florida State Fire Marshal) State of Florida EMT or Paramedic License Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC)
School Post Hiring : Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for paramedics BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for paramedics Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors : Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers : A criminal history background investigation is conducted prior to hire, following Florida Statute 112.011 regarding felony convictions. Driving Disqualifiers A poor driving record will classify a candidate as undesirable; however, it will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. Drug Use Disqualifiers Seminole County is a drug-free work place. A pre-employment drug screen is conducted prior to hire. Employment Disqualifiers A poor employment history will classify a candidate as undesirable; however, it will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. Additional Disqualifiers Tobacco Use Disqualifiers: The applicant must have abstained from the use of tobacco products for twelve months prior to application and may not use tobacco products during employment.
